Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in South Carolina
South Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 17.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.82 per month.
Per use
1.9¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
2.7¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.82
4.8 kWh
Per year
$9.81
57 kWh
By usage level in South Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.3¢ | $0.41 | $4.90 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 2.7¢ | $0.82 | $9.81 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 5.4¢ | $1.63 | $19.62 |
South Carolina vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric kettle in South Carolina?
At South Carolina's current average residential rate of 17.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 2.7¢ per day, $0.82 per month, or $9.81 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in South Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. South Carolina's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $0.82 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in South Carolina right now?
South Carolina residents pay an average of 17.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.